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MIG 1579

1977 Triumph Spitfire

Blue Petrol 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jul 2018
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

40,490 mi
Last recorded40,490 miles
Recorded on17 Jun 2017
Typical for 1977 Triumph Spitfire60,537 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMIG 1579
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1977
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Jun 2017 40,490 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2016 40,140 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2015 39,700 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2015 39,700 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 28 Jun 2014 39,236 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2013 38,885 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2012 38,480 miles

Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

exhaust has slight blow tail pipe

Pass 4 Jul 2011 37,821 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2010 37,460 miles

Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

slight lift both front trunions

slight play in both front wheel bearings

slight play in offside inner track rod bush

Pass 7 Jul 2009 37,400 miles

How Reliable is the Triumph Spitfire?

Based on 69,541 MOT tests across 8,423 vehicles.

72.5%
Pass Rate
302
Miles/Year
63
Year Lifespan
8,423
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 4,320
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 2,718
brake binding 2,431
Stop lamp not working 2,126
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 1,894
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MIG 1579 is a 1977 Triumph Spitfire in Blue with a 1,493cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 1977 Triumph Spitfire models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.3% with a typical mileage of 60,537 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Triumph Spitfire fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 4,320 recorded failures. If you're considering buying MIG 1579, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Triumph Spitfire typically stays on UK roads for around 63 years. At 49 years old, this Triumph Spitfire is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was MIG 1579 registered?

MIG 1579 is a 1977 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 1 August 1977.

Is MIG 1579 safe to buy?

The MOT history for MIG 1579 shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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